Poached eggs are a delicious addition to salads, stewed beans, and toast, but making them successfully can be a challenge. In this video, SAVEUR executive food editor Todd Coleman shows us his foolproof technique for achieving perfect poached eggs, every time.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

4 cups water

1/2 cup vinegar

slotted spoon

WHAT TO DO

1. Add 1/2 cup vinegar to 4 cups gently boiling water.

2. Make a whirlpool by swirling a wooden spoon in the water.

3. Crack eggs into the center of the whirlpool. Cook 5 minutes, or until slightly soft in the middle when poked. Remove with a slotted spoon.